Bend... Don't Break

From February 15, 2011

As I was flipping through a magazine the other day, I came across a photo that reminded me of one of my favorite childhood memories. I used to love sitting on the riverbank watching the water rush downstream and listening to the rustling of the trees. I was always amazed at how trees would bend under pressure from the wind, appear to be reaching their breaking point, and then gracefully return to their original position after the wind died down.

As I've gotten older, I now realize that there are many types of "winds" that can make us feel like we are about to snap or reach our breaking point. Whether we experience bad luck, make poor decisions, or encounter unfair circumstances, it is resilience that helps us through tough times and bounce back.

Here's the way I see it: Life is a mixture of good times and bad times. The next time the going gets tough and you are close to your breaking point, bend but don't break. Show resilience and try your best not to let the situation get the best of you. Next time you're under pressure for a big printing project, look to us for graceful help reaching your deadlines.

Vincent Hvizda